Cell and Molecular Biology and Imaging of Stem Cells

Cell and Molecular Biology and Imaging of Stem Cells

Cell and Molecular Biology and Imaging of Stem Cells, edited by Heide Schatten, presents expert research and reviews on the cellular, molecular, and imaging aspects of stem cell biology. It explores stem cell development, differentiation, regulation, and applications in regenerative medicine, tissue engineering, reproductive biology, and disease research. Topics include stem cell niches, advanced imaging techniques, induced pluripotent stem cells, mitochondrial differentiation, and centrosome functions in cancer stem cells. The book also examines veterinary applications, including stem cell therapy for orthopedic conditions, making it a valuable reference for graduate students, researchers, and professionals in biomedical and life sciences.

Key Features

• Presents expert reviews and original research on stem cell biology.
• Explores cellular and molecular mechanisms of stem cell development and differentiation.
• Reviews imaging tools and markers used in stem cell research.
• Covers stem cells derived from amniotic fluid and the placenta.
• Examines biomaterials as artificial niches for pluripotent stem cell engineering.
• Discusses stem cell applications in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine.
• Explores induced pluripotent stem cells and their potential in skin disease research.
• Covers adult intestinal stem cells and hair follicle stem cell biology.
• Examines mitochondrial differentiation in early embryos and pluripotent stem cells.
• Discusses centrosome biology and its role in cancer stem cell functions.
• Includes reproductive biology and veterinary applications of stem cell therapy.
• Suitable for graduate students, academic researchers, and biotechnology professionals.